Kandy At War: Indigenous Military Resistance to European Expansion in Sri Lanka 1594-1818
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Kandy At War: Indigenous Military Resistance to European Expansion in Sri Lanka 1594-1818

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Discover the epic saga of Kandy’s resistance against European colonialism in “Kandy At War.” Explore the Kandyan Kingdom’s ingenious military strategies and unwavering struggle for independence from 1594-1818. Unearth the untold story of Sri Lanka’s indigenous warfare and its impact on the island’s history. ISBN: 9788173045479

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  • ISBN-13: 9788173045479
  • Publisher: Manohar Publishers & Distributors
  • Publisher Imprint: Manohar Publishers & Distributors
  • ISBN-10: 817304547X
  • Publisher Date: 2004

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Weight 0.5 kg

25 reviews for Kandy At War: Indigenous Military Resistance to European Expansion in Sri Lanka 1594-1818

  1. Manish Chauhan –

    An excellent and comprehensive analysis of the Kandyan Kingdom’s military campaigns.

  2. Arya –

    A good overview, but I wish there were more maps and illustrations to help visualize the battles and territory.

  3. Hemant Kumar –

    A scholarly work, perhaps too academic for casual readers. Still, the information is thoroughly researched and presented.

  4. Amrit Prakash Singh –

    I am rating it This book offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the Kandy’s military resistance.

  5. Manisha Kumari Gobind Prajapati –

    Some parts were hard to follow, but overall I learned a lot.

  6. Sourav Saha –

    Dense but rewarding. It took me a while to get through, but I learned a lot about Sri Lankan military history.

  7. Nakul Awasthi –

    While informative, the book lacks a certain narrative flow. I found it difficult to stay engaged at times.

  8. Shaily Birla –

    An important contribution to the history of Sri Lanka. It sheds light on the resilience of the Kandyan people.

  9. Ritik Singhal –

    A great addition to the history of Sri Lanka.

  10. Tushar Nandani –

    An eye-opening look at indigenous resistance. It’s a complex story, well told.

  11. Debajit Patra –

    Interesting, but I wish it had more personal stories from the time.

  12. Hari Om –

    I was impressed by the level of detail in this book. It paints a vivid picture of the Kandyan resistance.

  13. Gaurav Kumar –

    The book gave great insight into the war. It can be hard to read with no prior knowledge, but it is manageable.

  14. Yash Parmar –

    A detailed account of Kandy’s fight. Sometimes a bit dry, but overall informative. Gives a good perspective on the Sri Lankan resistance.

  15. Sourin Dutta –

    Excellent! This book truly brings to life the struggle for independence of the Kandyan Kingdom. Highly recommended.

  16. Shikhar Batra –

    A solid academic work on a fascinating topic. Could use a bit more narrative flair.

  17. Siddharth Pawdia –

    Extremely well researched. A must-read for history buffs!

  18. Anjali P V –

    The book’s exploration of the Kandyan Kingdom’s military strategies is insightful. Highly recommend this book.

  19. Suraj Upadhyay –

    I appreciated learning about this lesser-known conflict. The writing could be more engaging, but the content is valuable.

  20. Ishan Srivastava –

    This book provides a good summary of the military history of Kandy. Very insightful book.

  21. Preethika E –

    Fascinating insights into Kandyan military tactics! A must-read for anyone interested in colonial warfare and Sri Lankan history.

  22. Deepti Singh –

    An informative book, but I found the writing style to be a bit too formal and dry.

  23. Sufiyan Adam –

    A bit repetitive in places, but the overall message is clear. Kandy’s resistance was remarkable.

  24. Harsh Dipesh Doshi –

    Provides new perspective about the Sri lankan war. I enjoyed reading about it.

  25. Mohammed Afsal A K –

    A well-written account that challenges Eurocentric views of colonialism. A very valuable contribution.

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